Weekday OR Surgical Tech – Fast-Paced, Team-Driven

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist/LPN to support the surgical team.

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will anticipate needs, pass instruments, sutures and all sterile equipment to ensure the safest, most effective patient care. Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited School of Surgical Technology, with 1 year OR experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology.
• Surgical Technology certification preferred.
• LPNs must have 1 year of surgical technology experience, acute care setting preferred.
• Current Louisiana LPN license (if applicable).
• Current BLS certification through ILCOR or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team by passing instruments, sutures and sterile supplies.
• Anticipate needs of the surgical team during procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and ensure patient safety.
• Follow supervisor instructions and department policies.

Skills

Communication

Decision making

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology

Surgical Technology certification preferred

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist/LPN to support the surgical team.

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will anticipate needs, pass instruments, sutures and all sterile equipment to ensure the safest, most effective patient care. Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited School of Surgical Technology, with 1 year OR experience preferred.